PAWS Chicago’s mission is to “end the killing of homeless pets.” Founded nearly 15 years ago, it has led to the reduction of homeless pets being killed by half. Indeed, in 1997 the figure for killing homeless pets was 42,000 and in 2006, it was already down to less than 20,000. Clearly these statistics show that what PAWS Chicago is doing is working. That is why its aim to create a city in which no homeless pets are killed seems realistic. The organization finds homes for thousands of pets, through the Lincoln Park Adoption and Humane Center. In addition, it offers a clinic for free spaying and neutering for those families on low-incomes who have pets.